June 10, 2001

Acer Communications & Multimedia (ACM) at Computex unveiled prototypes of their M610 and M510 multi-functin peripherals, which combine scanning, printing and photocopying functions,. The models differ in that the M510 has to be used with a computer. Both are scheduled for volume production in September. The resolutions for the MFP'scanner and printer functions are 600 dpi and 1,200 dpi, respectively. Since the same company supplies printing engines to most MFP manufacturers in Taiwan, product quality should not vary greatly. ACM believes price and function will the main factors in consumer purchasing decisions in the future. It will focus on adding Internet functions to its MFPs, the company said.

ACM is actively developing photo printers as well. MFPs are expected to be the company`s bread-and-butter before photo printers and digital cameras take off